With the so-called near islands such as Spetses and Egina offering an island break close to the capital and those of the more distant Cyclades, Ionian and Dodecanese groups guaranteeing sun, sea and isolation, the Greek islands offer the visitor a wide choice of holidays. The landscape and climate are as diverse as the islands themselves, ranging from the lush green vegetation of Skiathos to the dry rocky terrain of Crete. Many are drawn to the better-known resorts of Rhodes and Santorini, but the sheer number of Greek islands ensures that clear water and a virtually deserted beach are always only a boat ride away. This travel guide introduces the reader to the islands' history, people, culture, wildlife and economy, and then focuses on the worthwhile sights and places of interest to visit.
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...You feel, looking at them, as if you could close the book and step into the street. -- Contra Costa Times
...considered to be the world's best travel resource to over 30 destinations around the world, make it easier to plan a splendid vacation. -- North American Press Syndication
Both novice and experienced travelers will be captivated. -- US News & World Report
Each book is a visual as well as informational feast about a particular place. -- The New York Times
Encyclopedic in scope, it's meant to be used before, during, and after your stay. -- Travel & Leisure
The Best Guidebooks Ever -- SKY MAGAZINE
The best travel guides ever. -- Sky Magazine -Delta In flight Magazine
The most graphically exciting and visually pleasing series on the market. -- Chicago Tribune
Want to know where to get a great espresso on your way to the Uffizi? Or how much to tip a hotel maid in New York City? Try these travel guides, each an intricate trove of 3-D aerial views, landmark floor plans, color photos and essential eating, shopping and entertainment info. With titles covering Paris, Prague, and London, these pocket-sized guides are like a Michelangelo fresco: deliriously rich in detail. -- People Magazine --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.
...considered to be the world's best travel resource to over 30 destinations around the world, make it easier to plan a splendid vacation. -- North American Press Syndication
Both novice and experienced travelers will be captivated. -- US News & World Report
Each book is a visual as well as informational feast about a particular place. -- The New York Times
Encyclopedic in scope, it's meant to be used before, during, and after your stay. -- Travel & Leisure
The Best Guidebooks Ever -- SKY MAGAZINE
The best travel guides ever. -- Sky Magazine -Delta In flight Magazine
The most graphically exciting and visually pleasing series on the market. -- Chicago Tribune
Want to know where to get a great espresso on your way to the Uffizi? Or how much to tip a hotel maid in New York City? Try these travel guides, each an intricate trove of 3-D aerial views, landmark floor plans, color photos and essential eating, shopping and entertainment info. With titles covering Paris, Prague, and London, these pocket-sized guides are like a Michelangelo fresco: deliriously rich in detail. -- People Magazine --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.
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Practical, informative and user-friendly, the Globetrotter Travel Guide Greek Islands highlights the major places of interest, describing their principal attractions and offering sound suggestions on where to tour, stay, eat, shop and relax. This guide is ideal for the first-time visitor and includes over 30 full color area maps, town plans and locator maps and over 85 full color photographs. (5 x 7, 128 pages, maps, color photos)
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44 of 45 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
So many islands so little time,
By Brian Kearney (Australia) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Eyewitness Travel Guide to Greek Islands (Paperback)
The Eyewitness Guide was an invaluable resource in planning a combined Greek Island cruise and an extended stay on Santorini & Paros in 1999.With so many islands it is impossible to fully cover them all in a guide , let alone visit more than a fraction of them.The main islands of Rhodes,Mykynos,Santorini,Paros,Crete etc are well covered;but even the smallest also get a good mention.Overall well worth having in the backpack and looks great on the coffee-table as a momento.
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Great when used in conjunction with another guide,
By Jana Turner (Toronto, Ontario Canada) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Eyewitness Travel Guide to Greek Islands (Paperback)
I always buy an Eyewitness Travel Guide before I go anywhere and I have found the Greek Islands one to be very helpful - I'm about to use it on my second vacation there. The pictures and descriptions tell you so much more than a traditional guide book and it is a great help if you're trying to figure out where to go and want more than a text description. I get a better sense of the area and the attractions from the visuals in this book. That said, an Eyewitness Guide on its own is not enough - you should also get a "regular" guide book (for me, that's always Lonely Planet) for info on accommodations, dining out and the other practical stuff.
11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:
2.0 out of 5 stars
Lots of gloss but not enough info,
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This review is from: Eyewitness Travel Guide to Greek Islands (Paperback)
The photos are great, but it did not give me enough detail. I also found the book to be a bit outdated.
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